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a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
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popular antihistamine showing promise for hair loss as an anti-inflammatory and prostaglandin inhibitor
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research Ranitidine and finasteride inhibit the synthesis and release of trimethylamine N-oxide and mitigates its cardiovascular and renal damage through modulating gut microbiota
Ranitidine and finasteride lower TMAO levels, reducing heart and kidney damage by changing gut bacteria.
research Errata
The document corrects errors in previous articles, including a reversed term, updated subject weights, hair count data, and reference numbering.
research Reversible exacerbation of obstructive sleep apnea by α1-adrenergic blockade with tamsulosin: A case report
Tamsulosin can worsen sleep apnea in some patients.
research P042 A rare case of constrictive pericarditis with co-existing positive COVID-19: probable autoimmune or immunoglobulin related disease
An 80-year-old man with COVID-19 also had constrictive pericarditis, possibly due to an autoimmune or immunoglobulin related disease, and improved after surgery.
research FEATURES
Pharmacists play a key role in helping patients use over-the-counter products correctly, including those for hair regrowth and smoking cessation.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Hair transplant histamine issues (could be antibiotics taken during transplant!?)
User experienced severe allergic reactions and liver issues after a hair transplant, likely due to antibiotics and medications. Despite trying Minoxidil, the user faced further complications and is now seeking medical advice for potential future transplants.
community Zyrtec (Cetirizine) antihistamine for hair growth compared to Minoxidil NIH study
The conversation discusses the potential of topical cetirizine (Zyrtec) for hair growth in comparison to minoxidil, noting cetirizine's ability to reduce prostaglandin D2, which inhibits hair growth. Users share mixed experiences with cetirizine for allergies and scalp health, and there's a mention of the risk of dementia with long-term antihistamine use.
community Why are there no proper phase 3 trials for RU
RU58841 lacks FDA approval due to financial and safety concerns, including potential cardiological side effects. The company abandoned further research, and users report adverse effects like heart palpitations and gynecomastia.
community The dose dependent nature of the cardiac effects RU58841
Reducing the dose of RU58841 from 25mg to 7.5mg topically helped minimize heart palpitations. Users discussed the cardiac effects of RU58841 and minoxidil, noting that no treatment is completely free of side effects.
community Has anyone figured out what causes the cardiovascular issues with RU?
RU58841 and Minoxidil can cause heart-related side effects like chest pain and heart racing. Pyrilutamide is suggested as a safer alternative, though it's new and costly.